Learn the Reasons for Electroless Nickel Plating Aluminum from PFI When anti-corrosion processes and aluminum are discussed, it is often anodizing that comes to mind, but there are several scenarios where this common procedure is not the ideal fit for treating the...
How to Choose the Right Alternative to Chrome Plating Though our Erie, PA based team at PFI is highly experienced in contract chrome plating work, we are also experienced in offering alternatives when chrome plating is not the ideal or most cost-effective solution for...
The Difference Between Electroless Plating and Anodizing The purpose of this post is to outline the differences between and benefits of Electroless Plating and anodizing, as well as to provide examples of common applications each are used for. Put simply, electroless...
Material selection for fabrication is a crucial process. Considering the cost of materials, the wear, the flexibility, the access… deciding on materials depends on so much more than just what is cheap and what is available. Luckily, the accessibility of plated...
As one might guess, there is no “one-size-fits-all” to mold coating, and different applications or situations call for different solutions. Even the most common coatings can cause issues during molding when used incorrectly, and unfortunately, these problems aren’t...